Pre-reading questions:
I will read each question. Then, please answer them.
講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。
- Have you ever taken care of a plant before?
- Do you think plants can make a room feel more comfortable?
Vocabulary:
I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me.
単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。
- modern /MOD-ern/
- employee /em-PLOI-ee/
- require /ri-KWAHYUHR/
- condition /kuhn-DISH-uhn/
- shiny /SHAHY-nee/
[adjective] – relating to the present or recent times; not old-fashioned
Many modern schools use technology to enhance student learning.
[noun] – a person who works for a company or organization
Every employee in the company received a bonus at the end of the year.
[verb] – to need something or make something necessary
The university requires students to submit their applications before the deadline.
[noun] – the situation or environment in which something happens or exists
The farmers struggled to grow crops due to the dry conditions in the region.
[adjective] – reflecting light; bright or glossy in appearance
She polished her car until it had a shiny surface.
Article reading:
Please read the whole article. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
記事を音読しましょう。講師はあなたの発音とイントネーションを確認します。
Indoor plants are a popular addition to modern offices, especially those with little or no natural light. Many workplaces use plants to improve the look of their space, clean the air, and support employee well-being. Research from NASA and the American Society for Horticultural Science shows that some plants absorb toxins and help purify the air. Studies from the University of Exeter also found that having plants in offices can reduce stress and boost productivity. However, growing plants in windowless offices can be difficult because of low light and temperature changes. The key is choosing plants that thrive under artificial lighting and require little care.Several plants are perfect for office conditions. Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) has trailing vines and grows well in low light. The ZZ plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) is tough and has shiny leaves. Chinese evergreen (Aglaonema) adds beauty with its patterned leaves. Snake plants (Dracaena trifasciata) stand tall and need little water. The cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior) adapts well to office lighting. Air plants (Tillandsia) do not need soil and only require occasional misting. Adding plants to the office makes the space more inviting, attractive, and healthy.
True or False:
Read the sentences and identify if they are true or false based on the article.
文章を読んで、記事に基づいて正誤を答えましょう。
- All office plants need bright sunlight to grow.
- Snake plants need very little water.
- Air plants must be planted in soil.
- Chinese evergreen has no patterns on its leaves.
- Adding plants to an office can make the space healthier.
Fill in the blanks:
Choose the correct word from the table, then fill in the blanks.
適切な言葉を選んで空欄を埋めましょう。
| modern | employee | require | conditions | shiny |
- Some jobs ______ applicants to have at least three years of work experience.
- The researchers studied how different ______ affect the growth of bacteria in the lab.
- The jeweler displayed the ______ gold necklace in the glass case.
- The manager gave the new ______ a tour of the office on his first day.
- The architect designed the house with a ______ style.